Gotthelf Bergsträsser

German linguist and philologist

Gotthelf Bergsträsser - German linguist and philologist
Born

April 5th, 1886
139 years ago

Died

1933
92 years ago — 47 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Germany

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A prominent linguist and philologist, contributed extensively to the study of Iranian languages. His academic career focused on the structure and development of these languages, utilizing a comparative approach. Engaged in teaching and researching at various universities, influencing the field of linguistics through rigorous analysis and publications. His expertise particularly illuminated the complexities of language evolution and cultural interrelations.

Published studies on Iranian languages

Contributed to comparative linguistics

Taught at several academic institutions

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